Arthur v Bokenham: 1708

Supervening insanity will not revoke a will made when the testator was of sound mind.

Citations:

[1708] 11 MOD RAP 148

Jurisdiction:

England and Wales

Cited by:

CitedPotter v Potter FdNI 5-Feb-2003
The testator’s capacity to make his will was challenged. He had lived alone without electricity, but his doctor said he was known to him and was ‘with it’. Evidence from a member of staff at the solicitor’s office supported the doctor’s description. . .
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Wills and Probate

Updated: 24 November 2022; Ref: scu.219630